T-Ads Principal Engineer, Platform
Tmobile· Telecommunications· Oct 12, 2026 · 16d ago
Philadelphia Pennsylvania
In office
Full-time
Principal
$163K–$327K
7+ years exp
Job description
At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
This role is essential for designing, implementing, and deploying scalable software, cloud, and identity solutions that meet customer requirements and support high availability environments. It involves collaborating with engineers to develop software architectures and components using technologies such as, microservices, public cloud, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code.
The role requires applying judgment to resolve complex technical issues and making recommendations for software architecture and design. Success is measured by the effectiveness of software solutions, technical leadership contributions, and the ability to influence technology decisions. The work impacts the organization by enabling advanced software and platform capabilities that improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
Job Responsibilities:
Drive engineering projects to deliver software and infrastructure solutions that meet technical requirements and quality standards
Provide technical leadership by mentoring engineers and influencing technology and policy decisions across the organization
Evaluate and apply technology strategies that align with business goals and system requirements
Develop innovative architecture and improvements that enhance existing systems and processes
Produce clear technical documentation and architecture descriptions for internal and external stakeholders
Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor s Degree plus 7 years of related work experience OR Advanced degree with 5 years of related experience (Required)
Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Engineering (Required)
7-10 years Technical engineering experience (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Analytical Thinking (Required)
Analytics (Required)
Cloud Architectures (Required)
Cloud Computing (AWS preferred) (Required)
Collaboration (Required)
Communication (Required)
Customer Service (Required)
Leadership (Required)
Mentorship (Required)
Microservices Architecture (Required)
Emerging Technologies (Required)
Software Development (Required)
Technical Evaluation (Required)
Technical Writing (Required)
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Travel :
Travel Required (Yes/No): No
DOT Regulated :
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $163,440 - $326,880
National Base Pay Range: $136,200 - $272,400
The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.
The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, paylookup.t-mobile.com
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don t stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com .
Never stop growing! As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable! T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated. Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@t-mobile.com or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.
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